Post by The Sandmen on Mar 21, 2018 10:04:37 GMT -5
Valentina Shevchenko is calm in her corner. She looks convinced of her abilities.
Cat Zingano doesn't look concerned about anything her opponent brings to the table.
This is the first time they meet inside the cage
A pretty fair match today. I can't say who will be the one who will be raising her fist after the match.
The referee of the bout is Josh Rosenthal.
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Round 1
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Shevchenko and Zingano move forward as the bell signals the beginning of the fight!
Zingano tries some clinching in order to control the fight...
Well done. Zingano is clinching with Shevchenko.
The fighters are clinching.
Zingano gets herself into good position and looks to change levels for the takedown...
Zingano gets hold of a leg and trips Shevchenko to the mat!
Cat Zingano is in closed guard over Shevchenko
Cat Zingano tries to pass Valentina Shevchenko's guard...
Cat Zingano passes momentarily but Valentina Shevchenko regains full guard.
Cat Zingano is in closed guard over Shevchenko
Cat Zingano throws a lot of punches
with little effect. Shevchenko is doing a great job covering herself up.
Cat Zingano is in closed guard over Shevchenko
Zingano is in closed guard... Shevchenko tries to roll on the ground!
Cat Zingano uses her leg to keep her position on the ground
Cat Zingano is in closed guard over Shevchenko
Zingano is in closed guard... Shevchenko tries to roll on the ground!
Cat Zingano uses her leg to keep her position on the ground
The clock says 1:20 in the 1 round
Cat Zingano is in closed guard over Shevchenko
Zingano is trying to better her position on the ground and launches a couple of elbows against Shevchenko's ribs.
Shevchenko blocks Cat Zingano's moves and tries to reverse the situation.
Cat Zingano is in closed guard over Shevchenko
Zingano use some of her wrestling skills to escape from the closed guard!
Valentina Shevchenko holds Cat Zingano and prevents her from moving to a better position!
Shevchenko is trying to counter now!
Valentina Shevchenko sits up and gets an arm around Zingano's neck!
Zingano pushes Valentina Shevchenko back to the ground.
Josh Rosenthal stands the fighters up due to a lack of activity.
Both fighters continue the fight on their feet. You can hear how the people agree with that decision.
Zingano moves forward looking for some action
She surprises Shevchenko with a double overhooks!
Cat Zingano moves forward looking for some grappling action
Zingano has her opponent in a text book double collar thai clinch!
Both fighters are tied in a clinch.
Zingano looks to be in very good shape.
Zingano pushes off of Valentina Shevchenko and starts launching a flurry of hooks and body shots!
Shevchenko holds her opponent tight while she tries to cool down the action.
Zingano misses a step and Valentina Shevchenko sees an opportunity to counter her!
Valentina Shevchenko locks up a guillotine and tries to pull guard...
Cat Zingano slips her head out and ends up in Valentina Shevchenko's guard.
The clock says 2:10 in the 1 round
Cat Zingano is in closed guard over Shevchenko
Zingano tries to improve her position on the ground as she sits on her knees and tries to break the closed guard.
Shevchenko leans and gets Cat Zingano's arms as she brings her to the ground again.
Shevchenko is trying to counter now!
Shevchenko attempts a triangle from bottom! Cat Zingano slips out. Shevchenko quickly turns her hips over and switches to the armbar! She's throwing everything at her.
Cat Zingano slips out and backs away to avoid danger.
Back to the beginning! Cat Zingano is standing now.
Zingano is standing while Shevchenko is on the ground on her back
Zingano launches a kick to Shevchenko's thigh
Shevchenko checks that kick!
Zingano is standing while Shevchenko is on the ground on her back
Zingano launches a kick to Shevchenko's thigh
Shevchenko checks that kick!
Zingano is standing while Shevchenko is on the ground on her back
Zingano launches a kick to Shevchenko's thigh
Shevchenko checks that kick!
Poorly executed technique. Valentina Shevchenko looks to counter!
Shevchenko tries to hit Cat Zingano with a kick to her knee from the ground.
Zingano dodges that
Zingano is standing while Shevchenko is on the ground on her back
Zingano launches a kick to Shevchenko's thigh
Loud pop!
Zingano is standing while Shevchenko is on the ground on her back
Zingano launches a kick to Shevchenko's thigh
Loud pop!
The clock says 3:00 in the 1 round
Zingano is standing while Shevchenko is on the ground on her back
Valentina Shevchenko launches an up-kick intended for Cat Zingano's head...
Zingano leans out of the way.
Zingano is standing while Shevchenko is on the ground on her back
Zingano launches a kick to Shevchenko's thigh
Loud pop!
Zingano is standing while Shevchenko is on the ground on her back
Zingano launches a kick to Shevchenko's thigh
Shevchenko checks that kick!
Zingano is standing while Shevchenko is on the ground on her back
Zingano launches a kick to Shevchenko's thigh
Loud pop!
The clock says 3:45 in the 1 round
Zingano is standing while Shevchenko is on the ground on her back
Valentina Shevchenko kicks her legs trying to keep Cat Zingano away.
No damage done by those kicks.
Zingano is standing while Shevchenko is on the ground on her back
Zingano launches a kick to Shevchenko's thigh
Shevchenko checks that kick!
Zingano is standing while Shevchenko is on the ground on her back
Shevchenko tries to hit Cat Zingano with a kick to her knee from the ground.
Zingano dodges that
Zingano is standing while Shevchenko is on the ground on her back
Zingano launches a kick to Shevchenko's thigh
Loud pop!
The clock says 4:25 in the 1 round
Zingano is standing while Shevchenko is on the ground on her back
Zingano launches a kick to Shevchenko's thigh
Shevchenko checks that kick!
Shevchenko tries to get some advantage after her opponent miss move...
Shevchenko tries to stand up!
she is now on her feet
Shevchenko climbs to her feet and is standing now.
Cat Zingano tries to take the action to her favourite field as she tries to grapple
Great move by Cat Zingano who pushes her opponent forward with a double underhooks.
Both fighters are tied in a clinch.
Valentina Shevchenko launches a few punches towards Zingano's ribs while holds her in a double overhooks!
Zingano seems unaffected... those punches doesn't carry any power!
The fighters are clinching.
Valentina Shevchenko launches a few punches towards Zingano's ribs while holds her in a double overhooks!
Zingano seems unaffected... those punches doesn't carry any power!
Shevchenko clumsily fails here and it's time for Cat Zingano to fight back!
Zingano pushes Valentina Shevchenko againts the fence and begin a relentless combination of punches. The crowd is on it's feet!
Shevchenko tries to block Cat Zingano punches...
Josh Rosenthal tells the fighters to go to their corners as the round is over.
I can't give the advantage to either fighter in that round.
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Round 2
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The two exchange wildly
Zingano is connecting with a few punches
Valentina Shevchenko tries to take the fight to the ground with a one leg takedown...
Cat Zingano jumps backwards and frees her leg.
Zingano is trying to counter now!
Zingano moves forward looking for some action
Cat Zingano shows some wrestling skills as she put her opponent in a double overhook!
Both fighters are tied in a clinch.
Zingano shows no signs of slowing down. She's in great shape.
both fighters are clinching, Cat Zingano react first trying to hit Shevchenko with a left elbow strike
Shevchenko blocks that elbow and both man continues to clinch
The fighters are clinching.
a flying knee from Cat Zingano towards Shevchenko
Zingano misses the target terribly
Josh Rosenthal sees a lack of activity in the clinch and separates the fighters.
Cat Zingano fakes a punch and launches herself over Valentina Shevchenko
Great move by Zingano who pushes her opponent under a troublesome thai clinch
Both fighters are tied in a clinch.
Cat Zingano grapple with Valentina Shevchenko and tries a Outer Leg Sweep
Shevchenko manage to maintain her balances and avoid going down
The clock says 1:10 in the 2 round
The fighters are clinching.
Zingano and Valentina Shevchenko are cliched up against the cage. Zingano steps for a throw
Shevchenko stays on her feet
Cat Zingano gets sloppy and Valentina Shevchenko tries to take advantage...
Shevchenko fakes a punch and shoots a takedown!
Cat Zingano didn't see it coming and has been put on the ground!
Valentina Shevchenko is in open guard over Zingano
Valentina Shevchenko launches a few punches to Zingano
Weak punches. She needs to improve her position!
Valentina Shevchenko is in open guard over Zingano
Zingano reaches under and rolls for a kneebar!
Shevchenko blocks the attempt and uses the opportunity to seize half guard.
Valentina Shevchenko is in half guard over Zingano
Deep breaths from Cat Zingano who tries a hammer punch to Shevchenko's ribs.
Shevchenko blocks those punches
Shevchenko is trying to counter now!
Valentina Shevchenko aggressively and repeatedly punches Zingano.
She needs to do something soon or the referee will stop the fight!
The clock says 1:50 in the 2 round
Valentina Shevchenko is in half guard over Zingano
Cat Zingano launches a few punches to Shevchenko's cheek from the guard.
Valentina Shevchenko uses her head to cover the punches and presses her skull forward.
Valentina Shevchenko is in half guard over Zingano
Cat Zingano tries to close the guard.
Nothing from this effort.
Zingano misses a step and Valentina Shevchenko sees an opportunity to counter her!
Valentina Shevchenko positions herself and launches a barrage of punches.
Zingano covers herself well
The clock says 2:15 in the 2 round
Valentina Shevchenko is in half guard over Zingano
Shevchenko tries to free her leg...
She moves to side mount!
Valentina Shevchenko is in side mount over Cat Zingano
Cat Zingano attempts to trap Valentina Shevchenko in her guard.
Valentina Shevchenko keeps control and remains in side mount.
Josh Rosenthal has seen enough passivity on the ground and stands up the fighters.
Both fighters continue the fight on their feet. You can hear how the people agree with that decision.
Zingano tries to grapple
She puts Shevchenko in a double underhook!
The clock says 2:40 in the 2 round
The fighters are clinching.
Cat Zingano is absolutely terrifying with her power in the clinch, and is violently punishing Shevchenko with uppercuts!
Shevchenko is taking more than she can endure. This could end soon if Shevchenko is unable to escape!
Shevchenko doesn't want to clinch as she ducks under Cat Zingano embrace and tries to move away...
Cat Zingano pushes Shevchenko forward and doesn't allow her to break the clinch.
Both fighters are tied in a clinch.
Zingano tries to take Valentina Shevchenko to the ground from the clinch...
Nicely done! Shevchenko is with is back on the ground now.
Cat Zingano is in open guard over Shevchenko
Zingano tries to move to full mount
Zingano succeeds
The clock says 3:05 in the 2 round
Cat Zingano is in full mount over Valentina Shevchenko
Cat Zingano launches a few fake punches and then turns over herself and gets Valentina Shevchenko leg, rolls over and tries a kneebar!
Zingano launches a few kicks and the rolls until she is able to break the lock. Zingano and Valentina Shevchenko stand up. That was close!
Both fighters have climbed to their feet and they continue the fight standing. The people who are watching this in Halifax Metro Centre (Halifax, Nova Scotia) are cheering for the fighters.
Cat Zingano fakes a punch and launches herself over Shevchenko!
Nice move by Zingano who clinches and pushes Shevchenko against the cage
The fighters are clinching.
Cat Zingano fakes a few punches and advance towards Shevchenko trying to take her down with a Advancing Leg Sweep
Valentina Shevchenko lose her balance and falls hard on the mat
Zingano is standing while Shevchenko is on the ground on her back
Zingano launches a kick to Shevchenko's thigh
Loud pop!
The clock says 3:45 in the 2 round
Zingano is standing while Shevchenko is on the ground on her back
Shevchenko tries to hit Cat Zingano with a kick to her knee from the ground.
Nice kick. Zingano steps backwards trying to find a way to use her advantage now.
Zingano is standing while Shevchenko is on the ground on her back
Cat Zingano creates space and allows Valentina Shevchenko to stand up.
Valentina Shevchenko is on her feet again.
Zingano jumps over her opponent and tries to grapple
Cat Zingano pushes her opponent against the fence in a plum position
Both fighters are tied in a clinch.
Brutal punches to Shevchenko's face while in the clinch!
Shevchenko can't take many more shots like those!
Shevchenko's Left cheek is bruised after the punishement she's received!
The clock says 4:25 in the 2 round
Both fighters are tied in a clinch.
Zingano tries to take Valentina Shevchenko to the ground from the clinch...
Nicely done! Shevchenko is with is back on the ground now.
Cat Zingano is in open guard over Shevchenko
Zingano tries to jump to side mount.
Valentina Shevchenko jumps and show some wrestling skills as she positions herself for continuing the fight in side control.
Valentina Shevchenko is in closed guard over Zingano
Shevchenko is in closed guard... Zingano tries to roll on the ground!
Valentina Shevchenko uses her leg to keep her position on the ground
Valentina Shevchenko is in closed guard over Zingano
Shevchenko is in closed guard... Zingano tries to roll on the ground!
Valentina Shevchenko uses her leg to keep her position on the ground
Valentina Shevchenko is in closed guard over Zingano
Shevchenko is in closed guard... Zingano tries to roll on the ground!
Valentina Shevchenko uses her leg to keep her position on the ground
The referee separates the fighters as the buzzer sounds.
That was an even round for the most part.
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Round 3
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Zingano wants to close the range and tries to grapple...
Nice move. She shoves herself over her opponent and secure a single collar tie.
Shevchenko doesn't want to clinch as she ducks under Cat Zingano embrace and tries to move away...
Cat Zingano pushes Shevchenko forward and doesn't allow her to break the clinch.
Both fighters are tied in a clinch.
Cat Zingano is controlling the clinch and launches a vicious knee!
She was aiming at Shevchenko's face but her move was blocked
Shevchenko tries to get some advantage after her opponent miss move...
Valentina Shevchenko is controlling the clinch and launches a vicious knee!
Crushing blow to Zingano's face.
The clock says 0:30 in the 3 round
The fighters are clinching.
Shevchenko and Cat Zingano are cliched up against the cage. Shevchenko steps for a throw
Zingano stays on her feet
The clock says 0:40 in the 3 round
The fighters are clinching.
Cat Zingano fakes a punch to Valentina Shevchenko ribs and the tries to trip her
Valentina Shevchenko loses balance and goes to the ground
Shevchenko's Mouth is beginning to swell
Cat Zingano is in closed guard over Shevchenko
Shevchenko tries to move on the ground and shows Cat Zingano a crack in her guard which she uses for a big elbow!
Shevchenko uses her forearms to block the impact!
Cat Zingano is in closed guard over Shevchenko
Cat Zingano tries to pass Valentina Shevchenko's guard...
Cat Zingano passes momentarily but Valentina Shevchenko regains full guard.
The clock says 1:05 in the 3 round
Cat Zingano is in closed guard over Shevchenko
Zingano use some of her wrestling skills to escape from the closed guard!
Valentina Shevchenko holds Cat Zingano and prevents her from moving to a better position!
Poorly executed technique. Valentina Shevchenko looks to counter!
Shevchenko reaches under and rolls for a kneebar!
Zingano blocks the attempt and uses the opportunity to seize half guard.
Cat Zingano is in half guard over Shevchenko
The fight was awfully one sided. Matchmakers should take this into account for future fights.
Cat Zingano tries to pass Valentina Shevchenko's guard...
Cat Zingano manages to get her leg free and moves to side mount.
Cat Zingano is in side mount over Valentina Shevchenko
Zingano tries to move to full mount!
Shevchenko won't allow her to take this position easily.
Shevchenko is trying to counter now!
Deep breaths from Valentina Shevchenko who tries a hammer punch to Zingano's ribs.
Zingano blocks those punches
Josh Rosenthal stands the fighters up due to a lack of activity.
Both fighters have climbed to their feet and they continue the fight standing. The people who are watching this in Halifax Metro Centre (Halifax, Nova Scotia) are cheering for the fighters.
Cat Zingano fakes a punch and launches herself over Shevchenko!
Nice move by Zingano who clinches and pushes Shevchenko against the cage
The fighters are clinching.
Zingano tries to take Valentina Shevchenko to the ground from the clinch...
Nicely done! Shevchenko is with her back on the ground now.
Cat Zingano is in open guard over Shevchenko
Zingano tries to improve position.
Shevchenko adjusts and closes her guard.
Cat Zingano is in closed guard over Shevchenko
Cat Zingano tries to better her position on the ground...
Zingano breaks the closed guard of Valentina Shevchenko and moves to half guard
Cat Zingano is in side mount over Valentina Shevchenko
Cat Zingano looks to pass to mount...
Shevchenko creates space and scrambles back to her feet.
Both fighters continue the fight on their feet. You can hear how the people agree with that decision.
The clock says 2:15 in the 3 round
Cat Zingano circles around Shevchenko
Zingano moves forward looking for some action
She surprises Shevchenko with a double overhooks!
These two fighters are showing each other a ton of respect.
Cat Zingano moves forward looking for some grappling action
Zingano has her opponent in a text book double collar thai clinch!
Both fighters are tied in a clinch.
Cat Zingano postures up and launches another series of punches!
Shevchenko pushes her opponent forward and blocks most of Cat Zingano's offensive.
The referee intervenes to break the clinch.
Zingano moves forward looking for some action
Cat Zingano shows some wrestling skills as she put her opponent in a double overhook!
The fighters are clinching.
Zingano tries to take Valentina Shevchenko to the ground from the clinch...
Nicely done! Shevchenko is with is back on the ground now.
The clock says 3:10 in the 3 round
Cat Zingano is in open guard over Shevchenko
Zingano moves on the ground
Zingano cannot take advantage in the ground
Cat Zingano is in open guard over Shevchenko
Shevchenko tries to close her guard around Zingano
She succeeds!
Cat Zingano is in closed guard over Shevchenko
Cat Zingano tries to better her position on the ground...
Shevchenko holds Cat Zingano's head against her chin in the closed guard.
Cat Zingano is in closed guard over Shevchenko
Zingano struggles on the ground and tries to break Valentina Shevchenko's guard...
Shevchenko doesn't want to free her opponent and Zingano continues in closed guard
Cat Zingano gets sloppy and Valentina Shevchenko tries to take advantage...
Shevchenko reaches under and rolls for a kneebar!
Zingano blocks the attempt and uses the opportunity to seize half guard.
Cat Zingano is in half guard over Shevchenko
Cat Zingano tries to pass Valentina Shevchenko's guard...
Cat Zingano passes momentarily but Valentina Shevchenko regains half guard.
The clock says 4:05 in the 3 round
Cat Zingano is in half guard over Shevchenko
Cat Zingano was tooling Valentina Shevchenko for the whole fight. I don't know if it's because Valentina Shevchenko lack of fighting spirit or just of skill.
Valentina Shevchenko tries to close the guard.
Nothing from this effort.
Shevchenko misses a step and Cat Zingano sees an opportunity to counter her!
Cat Zingano tries to free her leg...
Shevchenko rolls on the ground and moves to side mount! Awesome maneuver!
Josh Rosenthal has seen enough passivity on the ground and stands up the fighters.
Both fighters continue the fight on their feet. You can hear how the people agree with that decision.
Cat Zingano tries to take the action to her favourite field as she tries to grapple
Great move by Cat Zingano who pushes her opponent forward with a double underhooks.
The clock says 4:30 in the 3 round
The fighters are clinching.
Valentina Shevchenko fakes a punch to Cat Zingano ribs and the tries to trip her
Zingano loses balance for a moment but she remains on her feet after a small struggle.
Valentina Shevchenko gets sloppy and Cat Zingano tries to take advantage...
Cat Zingano fakes a punch to Valentina Shevchenko ribs and the tries to trip her
Valentina Shevchenko loses balance and goes to the ground
Cat Zingano is in closed guard over Shevchenko
Shevchenko launches a few weak punches
Those punches are hitting Zingano's ribs.
Cat Zingano is in closed guard over Shevchenko
Terrible one sided match... Shevchenko was not ready to fight a fighter of Cat Zingano caliber.
Cat Zingano tries to better her position on the ground...
Shevchenko holds Cat Zingano's head against her chin in the closed guard.
The referee separates the fighters as the buzzer sounds.
I don't think either fighter got the better of their opponent that round.
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Round 4
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Cat Zingano leans forwards and tries to grapple with Shevchenko
Zingano shows her clinching skills. Both fighters are clinching now.
Valentina Shevchenko tries to shrug her way out of the clinch.
Zingano is determined to work from the clinch. She pummeled through and managed to retain her position.
Both fighters are tied in a clinch.
Valentina Shevchenko slightly pushes Zingano into the fence and tries to calm down the action.
The referee intervenes to break the clinch.
Zingano looks for angles as she throws a few jabs that are countered by Valentina Shevchenko's punches
Zingano is on the receiving end of a great combo by Shevchenko.
Zingano's Nose is beginning to swell
The clock says 0:40 in the 4 round
Valentina Shevchenko fakes a punch and shows some footwork moving aside.
The clock says 0:50 in the 4 round
Cat Zingano tries to take the action to her favourite field as she tries to grapple
Great move by Cat Zingano who pushes her opponent forward with a double underhooks.
The clock says 1:00 in the 4 round
Both fighters are tied in a clinch.
Zingano is launching some bone breaking punches to Shevchenko's ribs while in the clinch.
Shevchenko blocks.
Poorly executed technique. Valentina Shevchenko looks to counter!
Shevchenko grabs her opponent by the waist and tries to take the fight to the ground
Zingano struggles... Valentina Shevchenko is unable to take her down
Solid kick to the leg from Valentina Shevchenko
that visibly pains Zingano.
Valentina Shevchenko is doing her best Floyd Mayweather impression by not engaging.
The clock says 1:30 in the 4 round
Cat Zingano fakes a punch and launches herself over Valentina Shevchenko
Great move by Zingano who pushes her opponent under a troublesome thai clinch
Valentina Shevchenko pushes away Zingano trying to keep the fight at striking range
Zingano doesn't want to break the clinch as she still is grappling with Valentina Shevchenko
Both fighters are tied in a clinch.
Shevchenko tries to breaks Cat Zingano's resistence with a few punches while tries to push her against oner corner.
Shevchenko doesn't find the right way... She have to improve her position for causing any real damage
Josh Rosenthal sees a lack of activity in the clinch and separates the fighters.
The clock says 1:55 in the 4 round
Zingano tries some clinching in order to control the fight...
Shevchenko moves backwards and circles around Cat Zingano.
Cat Zingano gets sloppy and Valentina Shevchenko tries to take advantage...
Valentina Shevchenko locks up a guillotine and tries to pull guard...
Cat Zingano slips her head out and ends up in Valentina Shevchenko's guard.
Cat Zingano is in closed guard over Shevchenko
Zingano use some of her wrestling skills to escape from the closed guard!
Valentina Shevchenko holds Cat Zingano and prevents her from moving to a better position!
Cat Zingano is in closed guard over Shevchenko
Cat Zingano looks to posture up and open Valentina Shevchenko's guard...
Valentina Shevchenko has a solid guard and keeps her ankles locked.
Cat Zingano is in closed guard over Shevchenko
Zingano is in closed guard... Shevchenko tries to roll on the ground!
Nice reversal! She is now in full mount over Cat Zingano!
The clock says 2:35 in the 4 round
Valentina Shevchenko is in full mount over Cat Zingano
Shevchenko doesn't like the idea of just stalling on the ground
Cat Zingano gets sloppy and Valentina Shevchenko tries to take advantage...
Shevchenko tries to launch a few punches to Cat Zingano
Little effect. A lot of them are hitting Zingano's defense
Valentina Shevchenko is in full mount over Cat Zingano
Cat Zingano tries to roll on the ground...
Shevchenko knows how to keep her advantage on the ground.
Valentina Shevchenko is in full mount over Cat Zingano
Zingano tries to escape from the full mount...
Valentina Shevchenko is not caught off guard and moves to side mount to keep her superior position.
Valentina Shevchenko is in side mount over Cat Zingano
Valentina Shevchenko looks to pass to mount...
Shevchenko slides her knee across and achieves the mount position! Tough spot for Cat Zingano.
Valentina Shevchenko is in full mount over Cat Zingano
Cat Zingano tries to roll on the ground...
Shevchenko knows how to keep her advantage on the ground.
Zingano clumsily fails here and it's time for Valentina Shevchenko to fight back!
Valentina Shevchenko launches a few punches to Zingano
Weak punches. She needs to improve her position!
The clock says 3:30 in the 4 round
Valentina Shevchenko is in full mount over Cat Zingano
Valentina Shevchenko launches a few punches to Zingano
Weak punches. She needs to improve her position!
There is a small laceration on Cat Zingano's Forehead
Valentina Shevchenko is in full mount over Cat Zingano
Cat Zingano tries to roll on the ground...
Shevchenko knows how to keep her advantage on the ground.
Valentina Shevchenko is in full mount over Cat Zingano
Zingano tries to move on the ground and escape from the full mount!
Valentina Shevchenko doesn't want to lose her adventageous position and she struggles to mantain the full mount.
Zingano clumsily fails here and it's time for Valentina Shevchenko to fight back!
Valentina Shevchenko isolates Cat Zingano's arm and neck looking for an arm triangle
Cat Zingano is able to relieve the pressure on her neck and slip out of the hold.
Josh Rosenthal stands the fighters up due to a lack of activity.
Both fighters have climbed to their feet and they continue the fight standing. The people who are watching this in Halifax Metro Centre (Halifax, Nova Scotia) are cheering for the fighters.
The clock says 4:05 in the 4 round
Zingano jumps over her opponent and tries to grapple
Cat Zingano pushes her opponent against the fence in a plum position
The fighters are clinching.
Zingano is launching some bone breaking punches to Shevchenko's ribs while in the clinch.
Wow. You can see the pain in Valentina Shevchenko's eyes.
Both fighters are tied in a clinch.
Cat Zingano is absolutely terrifying with her power in the clinch, and is violently punishing Shevchenko with uppercuts!
Nothing that Shevchenko must fear as she blocks nicely
The clock says 4:30 in the 4 round
Both fighters are tied in a clinch.
Zingano and Valentina Shevchenko are cliched up against the cage. Zingano hammers Shevchenko face and hooks Shevchenko leg
Shevchenko stays on her feet and fights off the trip
The clock says 4:35 in the 4 round
Both fighters are tied in a clinch.
Zingano steps backwards and lowers her arms while breathing heavily... She seems tired.
Cat Zingano shoots and grab one of Valentina Shevchenko's leg, attempting to take her down with a Single Leg
Shevchenko lose her balance and falls to the mat
Cat Zingano is in open guard over Shevchenko
Shevchenko tries to close her guard around Zingano
She succeeds!
Cat Zingano is in closed guard over Shevchenko
The fight was awfully one sided. Matchmakers should take this into account for future fights.
Zingano tries to escape from the closed guard
Cat Zingano any adventage in the ground.
Cat Zingano gets sloppy and Valentina Shevchenko tries to take advantage...
Valentina Shevchenko throws up a triangle attempt!
Cat Zingano postures up and breaks the triangle.
Josh Rosenthal tells the fighters to go to their corners as the round is over.
Zingano is the winner of this round.
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Round 5
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Shevchenko is not showing a great technique with that low kick...
That one finds Zingano's thigh
Shevchenko seems hesitant as if she would give the initiative to her opponent.
Valentina Shevchenko is doing her best Floyd Mayweather impression by not engaging.
Cat Zingano moves forward looking for some grappling action
Zingano has her opponent in a text book double collar thai clinch!
Valentina Shevchenko tries to shrug her way out of the clinch.
Zingano is determined to work from the clinch. She pummeled through and managed to retain her position.
The clock says 0:45 in the 5 round
Both fighters are tied in a clinch.
Cat Zingano postures up and launches another series of punches!
Shevchenko pushes her opponent forward and blocks most of Cat Zingano's offensive.
Zingano clumsily fails here and it's time for Valentina Shevchenko to fight back!
Bone shattering straight right hand from Valentina Shevchenko!
Zingano is going to have a big headache after that blow!
The clock says 0:55 in the 5 round
Cat Zingano shoots for a double leg takedown!
Valentina Shevchenko sprawls and manages to stay on her feet.
Cat Zingano and Shevchenko engage in a wild exchange of punches!
Both fighters are connecting and this could be ending soon if either lands a lucky punch.
Zingano moves forward looking for some action
She surprises Shevchenko with a double overhooks!
Cat Zingano fakes a punch and launches herself over Valentina Shevchenko
Great move by Zingano who pushes her opponent under a troublesome thai clinch
Both fighters are tied in a clinch.
Zingano takes a break to breathe while holding Valentina Shevchenko.
The referee intervenes to break the clinch.
Zingano looks for angles as she throws a few jabs that are countered by Valentina Shevchenko's punches
Both fighters are wildly hitting the air!
Zingano moves forward looking for some action
Cat Zingano shows some wrestling skills as she put her opponent in a double overhook!
The fighters are clinching.
Shevchenko tries to break the clinch... Cat Zingano launches a great knee when she finds a narrow space!
Shevchenko breaks the clinch and the knee goes wide!
Zingano misses a step and Valentina Shevchenko sees an opportunity to counter her!
Valentina Shevchenko just won't stop and continues to rain punches
Zingano may be in trouble!
Zingano tries some clinching in order to control the fight...
Well done. Zingano is clinching with Shevchenko.
The clock says 2:25 in the 5 round
Both fighters are tied in a clinch.
Shevchenko pushes her opponent down and launches a heavy knee to her head in an unorthodox move...
Zingano easily blocks and looks for a counter!
Zingano cornermen are yelling for her man to escape from the ground as Shevchenko can finish a fight on the ground with some good pounding if you give her the chance.
Shevchenko launches a hook to the body
Cat Zingano moves aside looking for a counter...
The clock says 2:50 in the 5 round
Cat Zingano moves forward looking for some grappling action
Zingano has her opponent in a text book double collar thai clinch!
The fighters are clinching.
Zingano grapple with Valentina Shevchenko and tries a Inner leg Sweep
Valentina Shevchenko falls hard on the mat with Cat Zingano on top of her
Cat Zingano is in half guard over Shevchenko
Cat Zingano tries to free her leg
Valentina Shevchenko moves fast and both fighters exchange some weak punches while climbing to their feet.
Both fighters have climbed to their feet and they continue the fight standing. The people who are watching this in Halifax Metro Centre (Halifax, Nova Scotia) are cheering for the fighters.
The clock says 3:25 in the 5 round
Cat Zingano moves forward looking for some grappling action
Zingano has her opponent in a text book double collar thai clinch!
The clock says 3:35 in the 5 round
Both fighters are tied in a clinch.
Shevchenko tries to take Cat Zingano down... Zingano stumbles backwards and Valentina Shevchenko launches a few punches...
One swing hits hard Zingano's jaw!
There is a small laceration on Cat Zingano's Chin
The fighters are clinching.
Shevchenko doesn't want to clinch as she ducks under Cat Zingano embrace and tries to move away...
Nice move from Shevchenko who put distance between them
Zingano wants to close the range and tries to grapple...
Nice move. She shoves herself over her opponent and secure a single collar tie.
The fighters are clinching.
after measuring the distance Zingano jump forward with a flying knee
Valentina Shevchenko block it with ease
Josh Rosenthal sees a lack of activity in the clinch and separates the fighters.
Zingano moves forward looking for some action
Valentina Shevchenko doesn't want to engage and backpedals
Cat Zingano fakes a punch and launches herself over Shevchenko!
Nice move by Zingano who clinches and pushes Shevchenko against the cage
The fighters are clinching.
Cat Zingano's prefered weapon is her fearsome clinch strikes. Shevchenko's need to think if she has the right gameplan if she thought to exchange there.
Zingano takes a break to breathe while holding Valentina Shevchenko.
Josh Rosenthal separates the fighters and tells them to continue fighting.
Cat Zingano moves forward looking for some grappling action
Zingano has her opponent in a text book double collar thai clinch!
The fighters are clinching.
Valentina Shevchenko launches a few punches towards Zingano's ribs while holds her in a double overhooks!
Cat Zingano receives a couple of blows in the ribs.
The referee separates the fighters as the buzzer sounds.
You have to give that round to Cat Zingano.
Winner is Cat Zingano by Unanimous decision
Statistics: Valentina Shevchenko
Punches 13/19 (68%)
Kicks 2/2 (100%)
Clinch strikes 3/18 (17%)
Takedowns 1/4 (25%)
GnP strikes 15/28 (54%)
Submissions 8/8 (100%)
Clinch Attempts 0/0 (0%)
Damage caused 899,2
Clinch Damage 251,73
Ground Damage 311,47
Time on the ground 667 s
Statistics: Cat Zingano
Punches 6/11 (55%)
Kicks 6/12 (50%)
Clinch strikes 10/42 (24%)
Takedowns 7/10 (70%)
GnP strikes 0/10 (0%)
Submissions 2/2 (100%)
Clinch Attempts 6/7 (86%)
Damage caused 1047,74
Clinch Damage 812,62
Ground Damage 164,17
Time on the ground 502 s
These two shut each other down pretty well. Zingano had some success early, Valentina had some later on, but neither was ever anywhere near finishing, or even really hurting, the other.
Cat Zingano doesn't look concerned about anything her opponent brings to the table.
This is the first time they meet inside the cage
A pretty fair match today. I can't say who will be the one who will be raising her fist after the match.
The referee of the bout is Josh Rosenthal.
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Round 1
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Shevchenko and Zingano move forward as the bell signals the beginning of the fight!
Zingano tries some clinching in order to control the fight...
Well done. Zingano is clinching with Shevchenko.
The fighters are clinching.
Zingano gets herself into good position and looks to change levels for the takedown...
Zingano gets hold of a leg and trips Shevchenko to the mat!
Cat Zingano is in closed guard over Shevchenko
Cat Zingano tries to pass Valentina Shevchenko's guard...
Cat Zingano passes momentarily but Valentina Shevchenko regains full guard.
Cat Zingano is in closed guard over Shevchenko
Cat Zingano throws a lot of punches
with little effect. Shevchenko is doing a great job covering herself up.
Cat Zingano is in closed guard over Shevchenko
Zingano is in closed guard... Shevchenko tries to roll on the ground!
Cat Zingano uses her leg to keep her position on the ground
Cat Zingano is in closed guard over Shevchenko
Zingano is in closed guard... Shevchenko tries to roll on the ground!
Cat Zingano uses her leg to keep her position on the ground
The clock says 1:20 in the 1 round
Cat Zingano is in closed guard over Shevchenko
Zingano is trying to better her position on the ground and launches a couple of elbows against Shevchenko's ribs.
Shevchenko blocks Cat Zingano's moves and tries to reverse the situation.
Cat Zingano is in closed guard over Shevchenko
Zingano use some of her wrestling skills to escape from the closed guard!
Valentina Shevchenko holds Cat Zingano and prevents her from moving to a better position!
Shevchenko is trying to counter now!
Valentina Shevchenko sits up and gets an arm around Zingano's neck!
Zingano pushes Valentina Shevchenko back to the ground.
Josh Rosenthal stands the fighters up due to a lack of activity.
Both fighters continue the fight on their feet. You can hear how the people agree with that decision.
Zingano moves forward looking for some action
She surprises Shevchenko with a double overhooks!
Cat Zingano moves forward looking for some grappling action
Zingano has her opponent in a text book double collar thai clinch!
Both fighters are tied in a clinch.
Zingano looks to be in very good shape.
Zingano pushes off of Valentina Shevchenko and starts launching a flurry of hooks and body shots!
Shevchenko holds her opponent tight while she tries to cool down the action.
Zingano misses a step and Valentina Shevchenko sees an opportunity to counter her!
Valentina Shevchenko locks up a guillotine and tries to pull guard...
Cat Zingano slips her head out and ends up in Valentina Shevchenko's guard.
The clock says 2:10 in the 1 round
Cat Zingano is in closed guard over Shevchenko
Zingano tries to improve her position on the ground as she sits on her knees and tries to break the closed guard.
Shevchenko leans and gets Cat Zingano's arms as she brings her to the ground again.
Shevchenko is trying to counter now!
Shevchenko attempts a triangle from bottom! Cat Zingano slips out. Shevchenko quickly turns her hips over and switches to the armbar! She's throwing everything at her.
Cat Zingano slips out and backs away to avoid danger.
Back to the beginning! Cat Zingano is standing now.
Zingano is standing while Shevchenko is on the ground on her back
Zingano launches a kick to Shevchenko's thigh
Shevchenko checks that kick!
Zingano is standing while Shevchenko is on the ground on her back
Zingano launches a kick to Shevchenko's thigh
Shevchenko checks that kick!
Zingano is standing while Shevchenko is on the ground on her back
Zingano launches a kick to Shevchenko's thigh
Shevchenko checks that kick!
Poorly executed technique. Valentina Shevchenko looks to counter!
Shevchenko tries to hit Cat Zingano with a kick to her knee from the ground.
Zingano dodges that
Zingano is standing while Shevchenko is on the ground on her back
Zingano launches a kick to Shevchenko's thigh
Loud pop!
Zingano is standing while Shevchenko is on the ground on her back
Zingano launches a kick to Shevchenko's thigh
Loud pop!
The clock says 3:00 in the 1 round
Zingano is standing while Shevchenko is on the ground on her back
Valentina Shevchenko launches an up-kick intended for Cat Zingano's head...
Zingano leans out of the way.
Zingano is standing while Shevchenko is on the ground on her back
Zingano launches a kick to Shevchenko's thigh
Loud pop!
Zingano is standing while Shevchenko is on the ground on her back
Zingano launches a kick to Shevchenko's thigh
Shevchenko checks that kick!
Zingano is standing while Shevchenko is on the ground on her back
Zingano launches a kick to Shevchenko's thigh
Loud pop!
The clock says 3:45 in the 1 round
Zingano is standing while Shevchenko is on the ground on her back
Valentina Shevchenko kicks her legs trying to keep Cat Zingano away.
No damage done by those kicks.
Zingano is standing while Shevchenko is on the ground on her back
Zingano launches a kick to Shevchenko's thigh
Shevchenko checks that kick!
Zingano is standing while Shevchenko is on the ground on her back
Shevchenko tries to hit Cat Zingano with a kick to her knee from the ground.
Zingano dodges that
Zingano is standing while Shevchenko is on the ground on her back
Zingano launches a kick to Shevchenko's thigh
Loud pop!
The clock says 4:25 in the 1 round
Zingano is standing while Shevchenko is on the ground on her back
Zingano launches a kick to Shevchenko's thigh
Shevchenko checks that kick!
Shevchenko tries to get some advantage after her opponent miss move...
Shevchenko tries to stand up!
she is now on her feet
Shevchenko climbs to her feet and is standing now.
Cat Zingano tries to take the action to her favourite field as she tries to grapple
Great move by Cat Zingano who pushes her opponent forward with a double underhooks.
Both fighters are tied in a clinch.
Valentina Shevchenko launches a few punches towards Zingano's ribs while holds her in a double overhooks!
Zingano seems unaffected... those punches doesn't carry any power!
The fighters are clinching.
Valentina Shevchenko launches a few punches towards Zingano's ribs while holds her in a double overhooks!
Zingano seems unaffected... those punches doesn't carry any power!
Shevchenko clumsily fails here and it's time for Cat Zingano to fight back!
Zingano pushes Valentina Shevchenko againts the fence and begin a relentless combination of punches. The crowd is on it's feet!
Shevchenko tries to block Cat Zingano punches...
Josh Rosenthal tells the fighters to go to their corners as the round is over.
I can't give the advantage to either fighter in that round.
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Round 2
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The two exchange wildly
Zingano is connecting with a few punches
Valentina Shevchenko tries to take the fight to the ground with a one leg takedown...
Cat Zingano jumps backwards and frees her leg.
Zingano is trying to counter now!
Zingano moves forward looking for some action
Cat Zingano shows some wrestling skills as she put her opponent in a double overhook!
Both fighters are tied in a clinch.
Zingano shows no signs of slowing down. She's in great shape.
both fighters are clinching, Cat Zingano react first trying to hit Shevchenko with a left elbow strike
Shevchenko blocks that elbow and both man continues to clinch
The fighters are clinching.
a flying knee from Cat Zingano towards Shevchenko
Zingano misses the target terribly
Josh Rosenthal sees a lack of activity in the clinch and separates the fighters.
Cat Zingano fakes a punch and launches herself over Valentina Shevchenko
Great move by Zingano who pushes her opponent under a troublesome thai clinch
Both fighters are tied in a clinch.
Cat Zingano grapple with Valentina Shevchenko and tries a Outer Leg Sweep
Shevchenko manage to maintain her balances and avoid going down
The clock says 1:10 in the 2 round
The fighters are clinching.
Zingano and Valentina Shevchenko are cliched up against the cage. Zingano steps for a throw
Shevchenko stays on her feet
Cat Zingano gets sloppy and Valentina Shevchenko tries to take advantage...
Shevchenko fakes a punch and shoots a takedown!
Cat Zingano didn't see it coming and has been put on the ground!
Valentina Shevchenko is in open guard over Zingano
Valentina Shevchenko launches a few punches to Zingano
Weak punches. She needs to improve her position!
Valentina Shevchenko is in open guard over Zingano
Zingano reaches under and rolls for a kneebar!
Shevchenko blocks the attempt and uses the opportunity to seize half guard.
Valentina Shevchenko is in half guard over Zingano
Deep breaths from Cat Zingano who tries a hammer punch to Shevchenko's ribs.
Shevchenko blocks those punches
Shevchenko is trying to counter now!
Valentina Shevchenko aggressively and repeatedly punches Zingano.
She needs to do something soon or the referee will stop the fight!
The clock says 1:50 in the 2 round
Valentina Shevchenko is in half guard over Zingano
Cat Zingano launches a few punches to Shevchenko's cheek from the guard.
Valentina Shevchenko uses her head to cover the punches and presses her skull forward.
Valentina Shevchenko is in half guard over Zingano
Cat Zingano tries to close the guard.
Nothing from this effort.
Zingano misses a step and Valentina Shevchenko sees an opportunity to counter her!
Valentina Shevchenko positions herself and launches a barrage of punches.
Zingano covers herself well
The clock says 2:15 in the 2 round
Valentina Shevchenko is in half guard over Zingano
Shevchenko tries to free her leg...
She moves to side mount!
Valentina Shevchenko is in side mount over Cat Zingano
Cat Zingano attempts to trap Valentina Shevchenko in her guard.
Valentina Shevchenko keeps control and remains in side mount.
Josh Rosenthal has seen enough passivity on the ground and stands up the fighters.
Both fighters continue the fight on their feet. You can hear how the people agree with that decision.
Zingano tries to grapple
She puts Shevchenko in a double underhook!
The clock says 2:40 in the 2 round
The fighters are clinching.
Cat Zingano is absolutely terrifying with her power in the clinch, and is violently punishing Shevchenko with uppercuts!
Shevchenko is taking more than she can endure. This could end soon if Shevchenko is unable to escape!
Shevchenko doesn't want to clinch as she ducks under Cat Zingano embrace and tries to move away...
Cat Zingano pushes Shevchenko forward and doesn't allow her to break the clinch.
Both fighters are tied in a clinch.
Zingano tries to take Valentina Shevchenko to the ground from the clinch...
Nicely done! Shevchenko is with is back on the ground now.
Cat Zingano is in open guard over Shevchenko
Zingano tries to move to full mount
Zingano succeeds
The clock says 3:05 in the 2 round
Cat Zingano is in full mount over Valentina Shevchenko
Cat Zingano launches a few fake punches and then turns over herself and gets Valentina Shevchenko leg, rolls over and tries a kneebar!
Zingano launches a few kicks and the rolls until she is able to break the lock. Zingano and Valentina Shevchenko stand up. That was close!
Both fighters have climbed to their feet and they continue the fight standing. The people who are watching this in Halifax Metro Centre (Halifax, Nova Scotia) are cheering for the fighters.
Cat Zingano fakes a punch and launches herself over Shevchenko!
Nice move by Zingano who clinches and pushes Shevchenko against the cage
The fighters are clinching.
Cat Zingano fakes a few punches and advance towards Shevchenko trying to take her down with a Advancing Leg Sweep
Valentina Shevchenko lose her balance and falls hard on the mat
Zingano is standing while Shevchenko is on the ground on her back
Zingano launches a kick to Shevchenko's thigh
Loud pop!
The clock says 3:45 in the 2 round
Zingano is standing while Shevchenko is on the ground on her back
Shevchenko tries to hit Cat Zingano with a kick to her knee from the ground.
Nice kick. Zingano steps backwards trying to find a way to use her advantage now.
Zingano is standing while Shevchenko is on the ground on her back
Cat Zingano creates space and allows Valentina Shevchenko to stand up.
Valentina Shevchenko is on her feet again.
Zingano jumps over her opponent and tries to grapple
Cat Zingano pushes her opponent against the fence in a plum position
Both fighters are tied in a clinch.
Brutal punches to Shevchenko's face while in the clinch!
Shevchenko can't take many more shots like those!
Shevchenko's Left cheek is bruised after the punishement she's received!
The clock says 4:25 in the 2 round
Both fighters are tied in a clinch.
Zingano tries to take Valentina Shevchenko to the ground from the clinch...
Nicely done! Shevchenko is with is back on the ground now.
Cat Zingano is in open guard over Shevchenko
Zingano tries to jump to side mount.
Valentina Shevchenko jumps and show some wrestling skills as she positions herself for continuing the fight in side control.
Valentina Shevchenko is in closed guard over Zingano
Shevchenko is in closed guard... Zingano tries to roll on the ground!
Valentina Shevchenko uses her leg to keep her position on the ground
Valentina Shevchenko is in closed guard over Zingano
Shevchenko is in closed guard... Zingano tries to roll on the ground!
Valentina Shevchenko uses her leg to keep her position on the ground
Valentina Shevchenko is in closed guard over Zingano
Shevchenko is in closed guard... Zingano tries to roll on the ground!
Valentina Shevchenko uses her leg to keep her position on the ground
The referee separates the fighters as the buzzer sounds.
That was an even round for the most part.
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Round 3
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Zingano wants to close the range and tries to grapple...
Nice move. She shoves herself over her opponent and secure a single collar tie.
Shevchenko doesn't want to clinch as she ducks under Cat Zingano embrace and tries to move away...
Cat Zingano pushes Shevchenko forward and doesn't allow her to break the clinch.
Both fighters are tied in a clinch.
Cat Zingano is controlling the clinch and launches a vicious knee!
She was aiming at Shevchenko's face but her move was blocked
Shevchenko tries to get some advantage after her opponent miss move...
Valentina Shevchenko is controlling the clinch and launches a vicious knee!
Crushing blow to Zingano's face.
The clock says 0:30 in the 3 round
The fighters are clinching.
Shevchenko and Cat Zingano are cliched up against the cage. Shevchenko steps for a throw
Zingano stays on her feet
The clock says 0:40 in the 3 round
The fighters are clinching.
Cat Zingano fakes a punch to Valentina Shevchenko ribs and the tries to trip her
Valentina Shevchenko loses balance and goes to the ground
Shevchenko's Mouth is beginning to swell
Cat Zingano is in closed guard over Shevchenko
Shevchenko tries to move on the ground and shows Cat Zingano a crack in her guard which she uses for a big elbow!
Shevchenko uses her forearms to block the impact!
Cat Zingano is in closed guard over Shevchenko
Cat Zingano tries to pass Valentina Shevchenko's guard...
Cat Zingano passes momentarily but Valentina Shevchenko regains full guard.
The clock says 1:05 in the 3 round
Cat Zingano is in closed guard over Shevchenko
Zingano use some of her wrestling skills to escape from the closed guard!
Valentina Shevchenko holds Cat Zingano and prevents her from moving to a better position!
Poorly executed technique. Valentina Shevchenko looks to counter!
Shevchenko reaches under and rolls for a kneebar!
Zingano blocks the attempt and uses the opportunity to seize half guard.
Cat Zingano is in half guard over Shevchenko
The fight was awfully one sided. Matchmakers should take this into account for future fights.
Cat Zingano tries to pass Valentina Shevchenko's guard...
Cat Zingano manages to get her leg free and moves to side mount.
Cat Zingano is in side mount over Valentina Shevchenko
Zingano tries to move to full mount!
Shevchenko won't allow her to take this position easily.
Shevchenko is trying to counter now!
Deep breaths from Valentina Shevchenko who tries a hammer punch to Zingano's ribs.
Zingano blocks those punches
Josh Rosenthal stands the fighters up due to a lack of activity.
Both fighters have climbed to their feet and they continue the fight standing. The people who are watching this in Halifax Metro Centre (Halifax, Nova Scotia) are cheering for the fighters.
Cat Zingano fakes a punch and launches herself over Shevchenko!
Nice move by Zingano who clinches and pushes Shevchenko against the cage
The fighters are clinching.
Zingano tries to take Valentina Shevchenko to the ground from the clinch...
Nicely done! Shevchenko is with her back on the ground now.
Cat Zingano is in open guard over Shevchenko
Zingano tries to improve position.
Shevchenko adjusts and closes her guard.
Cat Zingano is in closed guard over Shevchenko
Cat Zingano tries to better her position on the ground...
Zingano breaks the closed guard of Valentina Shevchenko and moves to half guard
Cat Zingano is in side mount over Valentina Shevchenko
Cat Zingano looks to pass to mount...
Shevchenko creates space and scrambles back to her feet.
Both fighters continue the fight on their feet. You can hear how the people agree with that decision.
The clock says 2:15 in the 3 round
Cat Zingano circles around Shevchenko
Zingano moves forward looking for some action
She surprises Shevchenko with a double overhooks!
These two fighters are showing each other a ton of respect.
Cat Zingano moves forward looking for some grappling action
Zingano has her opponent in a text book double collar thai clinch!
Both fighters are tied in a clinch.
Cat Zingano postures up and launches another series of punches!
Shevchenko pushes her opponent forward and blocks most of Cat Zingano's offensive.
The referee intervenes to break the clinch.
Zingano moves forward looking for some action
Cat Zingano shows some wrestling skills as she put her opponent in a double overhook!
The fighters are clinching.
Zingano tries to take Valentina Shevchenko to the ground from the clinch...
Nicely done! Shevchenko is with is back on the ground now.
The clock says 3:10 in the 3 round
Cat Zingano is in open guard over Shevchenko
Zingano moves on the ground
Zingano cannot take advantage in the ground
Cat Zingano is in open guard over Shevchenko
Shevchenko tries to close her guard around Zingano
She succeeds!
Cat Zingano is in closed guard over Shevchenko
Cat Zingano tries to better her position on the ground...
Shevchenko holds Cat Zingano's head against her chin in the closed guard.
Cat Zingano is in closed guard over Shevchenko
Zingano struggles on the ground and tries to break Valentina Shevchenko's guard...
Shevchenko doesn't want to free her opponent and Zingano continues in closed guard
Cat Zingano gets sloppy and Valentina Shevchenko tries to take advantage...
Shevchenko reaches under and rolls for a kneebar!
Zingano blocks the attempt and uses the opportunity to seize half guard.
Cat Zingano is in half guard over Shevchenko
Cat Zingano tries to pass Valentina Shevchenko's guard...
Cat Zingano passes momentarily but Valentina Shevchenko regains half guard.
The clock says 4:05 in the 3 round
Cat Zingano is in half guard over Shevchenko
Cat Zingano was tooling Valentina Shevchenko for the whole fight. I don't know if it's because Valentina Shevchenko lack of fighting spirit or just of skill.
Valentina Shevchenko tries to close the guard.
Nothing from this effort.
Shevchenko misses a step and Cat Zingano sees an opportunity to counter her!
Cat Zingano tries to free her leg...
Shevchenko rolls on the ground and moves to side mount! Awesome maneuver!
Josh Rosenthal has seen enough passivity on the ground and stands up the fighters.
Both fighters continue the fight on their feet. You can hear how the people agree with that decision.
Cat Zingano tries to take the action to her favourite field as she tries to grapple
Great move by Cat Zingano who pushes her opponent forward with a double underhooks.
The clock says 4:30 in the 3 round
The fighters are clinching.
Valentina Shevchenko fakes a punch to Cat Zingano ribs and the tries to trip her
Zingano loses balance for a moment but she remains on her feet after a small struggle.
Valentina Shevchenko gets sloppy and Cat Zingano tries to take advantage...
Cat Zingano fakes a punch to Valentina Shevchenko ribs and the tries to trip her
Valentina Shevchenko loses balance and goes to the ground
Cat Zingano is in closed guard over Shevchenko
Shevchenko launches a few weak punches
Those punches are hitting Zingano's ribs.
Cat Zingano is in closed guard over Shevchenko
Terrible one sided match... Shevchenko was not ready to fight a fighter of Cat Zingano caliber.
Cat Zingano tries to better her position on the ground...
Shevchenko holds Cat Zingano's head against her chin in the closed guard.
The referee separates the fighters as the buzzer sounds.
I don't think either fighter got the better of their opponent that round.
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Round 4
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Cat Zingano leans forwards and tries to grapple with Shevchenko
Zingano shows her clinching skills. Both fighters are clinching now.
Valentina Shevchenko tries to shrug her way out of the clinch.
Zingano is determined to work from the clinch. She pummeled through and managed to retain her position.
Both fighters are tied in a clinch.
Valentina Shevchenko slightly pushes Zingano into the fence and tries to calm down the action.
The referee intervenes to break the clinch.
Zingano looks for angles as she throws a few jabs that are countered by Valentina Shevchenko's punches
Zingano is on the receiving end of a great combo by Shevchenko.
Zingano's Nose is beginning to swell
The clock says 0:40 in the 4 round
Valentina Shevchenko fakes a punch and shows some footwork moving aside.
The clock says 0:50 in the 4 round
Cat Zingano tries to take the action to her favourite field as she tries to grapple
Great move by Cat Zingano who pushes her opponent forward with a double underhooks.
The clock says 1:00 in the 4 round
Both fighters are tied in a clinch.
Zingano is launching some bone breaking punches to Shevchenko's ribs while in the clinch.
Shevchenko blocks.
Poorly executed technique. Valentina Shevchenko looks to counter!
Shevchenko grabs her opponent by the waist and tries to take the fight to the ground
Zingano struggles... Valentina Shevchenko is unable to take her down
Solid kick to the leg from Valentina Shevchenko
that visibly pains Zingano.
Valentina Shevchenko is doing her best Floyd Mayweather impression by not engaging.
The clock says 1:30 in the 4 round
Cat Zingano fakes a punch and launches herself over Valentina Shevchenko
Great move by Zingano who pushes her opponent under a troublesome thai clinch
Valentina Shevchenko pushes away Zingano trying to keep the fight at striking range
Zingano doesn't want to break the clinch as she still is grappling with Valentina Shevchenko
Both fighters are tied in a clinch.
Shevchenko tries to breaks Cat Zingano's resistence with a few punches while tries to push her against oner corner.
Shevchenko doesn't find the right way... She have to improve her position for causing any real damage
Josh Rosenthal sees a lack of activity in the clinch and separates the fighters.
The clock says 1:55 in the 4 round
Zingano tries some clinching in order to control the fight...
Shevchenko moves backwards and circles around Cat Zingano.
Cat Zingano gets sloppy and Valentina Shevchenko tries to take advantage...
Valentina Shevchenko locks up a guillotine and tries to pull guard...
Cat Zingano slips her head out and ends up in Valentina Shevchenko's guard.
Cat Zingano is in closed guard over Shevchenko
Zingano use some of her wrestling skills to escape from the closed guard!
Valentina Shevchenko holds Cat Zingano and prevents her from moving to a better position!
Cat Zingano is in closed guard over Shevchenko
Cat Zingano looks to posture up and open Valentina Shevchenko's guard...
Valentina Shevchenko has a solid guard and keeps her ankles locked.
Cat Zingano is in closed guard over Shevchenko
Zingano is in closed guard... Shevchenko tries to roll on the ground!
Nice reversal! She is now in full mount over Cat Zingano!
The clock says 2:35 in the 4 round
Valentina Shevchenko is in full mount over Cat Zingano
Shevchenko doesn't like the idea of just stalling on the ground
Cat Zingano gets sloppy and Valentina Shevchenko tries to take advantage...
Shevchenko tries to launch a few punches to Cat Zingano
Little effect. A lot of them are hitting Zingano's defense
Valentina Shevchenko is in full mount over Cat Zingano
Cat Zingano tries to roll on the ground...
Shevchenko knows how to keep her advantage on the ground.
Valentina Shevchenko is in full mount over Cat Zingano
Zingano tries to escape from the full mount...
Valentina Shevchenko is not caught off guard and moves to side mount to keep her superior position.
Valentina Shevchenko is in side mount over Cat Zingano
Valentina Shevchenko looks to pass to mount...
Shevchenko slides her knee across and achieves the mount position! Tough spot for Cat Zingano.
Valentina Shevchenko is in full mount over Cat Zingano
Cat Zingano tries to roll on the ground...
Shevchenko knows how to keep her advantage on the ground.
Zingano clumsily fails here and it's time for Valentina Shevchenko to fight back!
Valentina Shevchenko launches a few punches to Zingano
Weak punches. She needs to improve her position!
The clock says 3:30 in the 4 round
Valentina Shevchenko is in full mount over Cat Zingano
Valentina Shevchenko launches a few punches to Zingano
Weak punches. She needs to improve her position!
There is a small laceration on Cat Zingano's Forehead
Valentina Shevchenko is in full mount over Cat Zingano
Cat Zingano tries to roll on the ground...
Shevchenko knows how to keep her advantage on the ground.
Valentina Shevchenko is in full mount over Cat Zingano
Zingano tries to move on the ground and escape from the full mount!
Valentina Shevchenko doesn't want to lose her adventageous position and she struggles to mantain the full mount.
Zingano clumsily fails here and it's time for Valentina Shevchenko to fight back!
Valentina Shevchenko isolates Cat Zingano's arm and neck looking for an arm triangle
Cat Zingano is able to relieve the pressure on her neck and slip out of the hold.
Josh Rosenthal stands the fighters up due to a lack of activity.
Both fighters have climbed to their feet and they continue the fight standing. The people who are watching this in Halifax Metro Centre (Halifax, Nova Scotia) are cheering for the fighters.
The clock says 4:05 in the 4 round
Zingano jumps over her opponent and tries to grapple
Cat Zingano pushes her opponent against the fence in a plum position
The fighters are clinching.
Zingano is launching some bone breaking punches to Shevchenko's ribs while in the clinch.
Wow. You can see the pain in Valentina Shevchenko's eyes.
Both fighters are tied in a clinch.
Cat Zingano is absolutely terrifying with her power in the clinch, and is violently punishing Shevchenko with uppercuts!
Nothing that Shevchenko must fear as she blocks nicely
The clock says 4:30 in the 4 round
Both fighters are tied in a clinch.
Zingano and Valentina Shevchenko are cliched up against the cage. Zingano hammers Shevchenko face and hooks Shevchenko leg
Shevchenko stays on her feet and fights off the trip
The clock says 4:35 in the 4 round
Both fighters are tied in a clinch.
Zingano steps backwards and lowers her arms while breathing heavily... She seems tired.
Cat Zingano shoots and grab one of Valentina Shevchenko's leg, attempting to take her down with a Single Leg
Shevchenko lose her balance and falls to the mat
Cat Zingano is in open guard over Shevchenko
Shevchenko tries to close her guard around Zingano
She succeeds!
Cat Zingano is in closed guard over Shevchenko
The fight was awfully one sided. Matchmakers should take this into account for future fights.
Zingano tries to escape from the closed guard
Cat Zingano any adventage in the ground.
Cat Zingano gets sloppy and Valentina Shevchenko tries to take advantage...
Valentina Shevchenko throws up a triangle attempt!
Cat Zingano postures up and breaks the triangle.
Josh Rosenthal tells the fighters to go to their corners as the round is over.
Zingano is the winner of this round.
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Round 5
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Shevchenko is not showing a great technique with that low kick...
That one finds Zingano's thigh
Shevchenko seems hesitant as if she would give the initiative to her opponent.
Valentina Shevchenko is doing her best Floyd Mayweather impression by not engaging.
Cat Zingano moves forward looking for some grappling action
Zingano has her opponent in a text book double collar thai clinch!
Valentina Shevchenko tries to shrug her way out of the clinch.
Zingano is determined to work from the clinch. She pummeled through and managed to retain her position.
The clock says 0:45 in the 5 round
Both fighters are tied in a clinch.
Cat Zingano postures up and launches another series of punches!
Shevchenko pushes her opponent forward and blocks most of Cat Zingano's offensive.
Zingano clumsily fails here and it's time for Valentina Shevchenko to fight back!
Bone shattering straight right hand from Valentina Shevchenko!
Zingano is going to have a big headache after that blow!
The clock says 0:55 in the 5 round
Cat Zingano shoots for a double leg takedown!
Valentina Shevchenko sprawls and manages to stay on her feet.
Cat Zingano and Shevchenko engage in a wild exchange of punches!
Both fighters are connecting and this could be ending soon if either lands a lucky punch.
Zingano moves forward looking for some action
She surprises Shevchenko with a double overhooks!
Cat Zingano fakes a punch and launches herself over Valentina Shevchenko
Great move by Zingano who pushes her opponent under a troublesome thai clinch
Both fighters are tied in a clinch.
Zingano takes a break to breathe while holding Valentina Shevchenko.
The referee intervenes to break the clinch.
Zingano looks for angles as she throws a few jabs that are countered by Valentina Shevchenko's punches
Both fighters are wildly hitting the air!
Zingano moves forward looking for some action
Cat Zingano shows some wrestling skills as she put her opponent in a double overhook!
The fighters are clinching.
Shevchenko tries to break the clinch... Cat Zingano launches a great knee when she finds a narrow space!
Shevchenko breaks the clinch and the knee goes wide!
Zingano misses a step and Valentina Shevchenko sees an opportunity to counter her!
Valentina Shevchenko just won't stop and continues to rain punches
Zingano may be in trouble!
Zingano tries some clinching in order to control the fight...
Well done. Zingano is clinching with Shevchenko.
The clock says 2:25 in the 5 round
Both fighters are tied in a clinch.
Shevchenko pushes her opponent down and launches a heavy knee to her head in an unorthodox move...
Zingano easily blocks and looks for a counter!
Zingano cornermen are yelling for her man to escape from the ground as Shevchenko can finish a fight on the ground with some good pounding if you give her the chance.
Shevchenko launches a hook to the body
Cat Zingano moves aside looking for a counter...
The clock says 2:50 in the 5 round
Cat Zingano moves forward looking for some grappling action
Zingano has her opponent in a text book double collar thai clinch!
The fighters are clinching.
Zingano grapple with Valentina Shevchenko and tries a Inner leg Sweep
Valentina Shevchenko falls hard on the mat with Cat Zingano on top of her
Cat Zingano is in half guard over Shevchenko
Cat Zingano tries to free her leg
Valentina Shevchenko moves fast and both fighters exchange some weak punches while climbing to their feet.
Both fighters have climbed to their feet and they continue the fight standing. The people who are watching this in Halifax Metro Centre (Halifax, Nova Scotia) are cheering for the fighters.
The clock says 3:25 in the 5 round
Cat Zingano moves forward looking for some grappling action
Zingano has her opponent in a text book double collar thai clinch!
The clock says 3:35 in the 5 round
Both fighters are tied in a clinch.
Shevchenko tries to take Cat Zingano down... Zingano stumbles backwards and Valentina Shevchenko launches a few punches...
One swing hits hard Zingano's jaw!
There is a small laceration on Cat Zingano's Chin
The fighters are clinching.
Shevchenko doesn't want to clinch as she ducks under Cat Zingano embrace and tries to move away...
Nice move from Shevchenko who put distance between them
Zingano wants to close the range and tries to grapple...
Nice move. She shoves herself over her opponent and secure a single collar tie.
The fighters are clinching.
after measuring the distance Zingano jump forward with a flying knee
Valentina Shevchenko block it with ease
Josh Rosenthal sees a lack of activity in the clinch and separates the fighters.
Zingano moves forward looking for some action
Valentina Shevchenko doesn't want to engage and backpedals
Cat Zingano fakes a punch and launches herself over Shevchenko!
Nice move by Zingano who clinches and pushes Shevchenko against the cage
The fighters are clinching.
Cat Zingano's prefered weapon is her fearsome clinch strikes. Shevchenko's need to think if she has the right gameplan if she thought to exchange there.
Zingano takes a break to breathe while holding Valentina Shevchenko.
Josh Rosenthal separates the fighters and tells them to continue fighting.
Cat Zingano moves forward looking for some grappling action
Zingano has her opponent in a text book double collar thai clinch!
The fighters are clinching.
Valentina Shevchenko launches a few punches towards Zingano's ribs while holds her in a double overhooks!
Cat Zingano receives a couple of blows in the ribs.
The referee separates the fighters as the buzzer sounds.
You have to give that round to Cat Zingano.
Winner is Cat Zingano by Unanimous decision
Statistics: Valentina Shevchenko
Punches 13/19 (68%)
Kicks 2/2 (100%)
Clinch strikes 3/18 (17%)
Takedowns 1/4 (25%)
GnP strikes 15/28 (54%)
Submissions 8/8 (100%)
Clinch Attempts 0/0 (0%)
Damage caused 899,2
Clinch Damage 251,73
Ground Damage 311,47
Time on the ground 667 s
Statistics: Cat Zingano
Punches 6/11 (55%)
Kicks 6/12 (50%)
Clinch strikes 10/42 (24%)
Takedowns 7/10 (70%)
GnP strikes 0/10 (0%)
Submissions 2/2 (100%)
Clinch Attempts 6/7 (86%)
Damage caused 1047,74
Clinch Damage 812,62
Ground Damage 164,17
Time on the ground 502 s
These two shut each other down pretty well. Zingano had some success early, Valentina had some later on, but neither was ever anywhere near finishing, or even really hurting, the other.
Have 9 points in celebration of this monumental achievement!